Human Resource Generalist - Galway
We have an immediate need for a strong, well-informed, and confident individual currently operating as a HR Generalist but is eager to take on more responsibilities to expand their career.
The HR Generalist will be involved in a whole range of HR activities which include employee development, employee relations, employment law, compliance, disciplinary and grievance issues, and the management of the TUPE process.
Responsibilities:
1. Dealing with day-to-day Human Resources queries from employees and management.
2. Manage HR administrative & transactional work processes, such as, contracts, probation extensions, sickness absence, and maternity/paternity matters.
3. To assist in producing HR management information, statistics, and reports within an agreed time frame
4. Participate in the development and implementation of HR policies, processes and programs.
5. Maintain and update the HR System (Workday) while providing ongoing support to Managers and employees.
6. Analysing training needs in conjunction with managers; planning and sometimes delivering training.
7. Support managers in managing talent and performance.
8. Support managers with disciplinary, grievance, and performance management procedures.
9. Maintain and update employee records in line with GDPR
10. Prepare HR documentation including contracts, policies, and letters
11. Other HR-related responsibilities as required by the business.
Employee relations
12. Maintaining good employee relations is at the core of the HR Generalist's role who acts as a specialist on specific areas of employment law, and ensures the wider workforce is aware of company policies and procedures.
13. Advising the Management team when dealing with employee relations issues and maintaining good relations. Conducts and manages investigations of complaints as well as hearing grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures when required.
14. Ensure compliance with Irish employment legislation, company policies, and best practice
15. Promote positive employee engagement and support wellbeing initiatives
Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
16. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter who is keen to make their mark in their next career move with a flexible and adaptable approach in a changing environment.
17. Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practices
18. Contract Cleaning or Service Sector experience an advantage.
19. Must have a minimum of 3 years solid HR Experience (in particular familiarity with absenteeism and disciplinary management)
20. HETAC level 8 Degree in HR /Third level qualification in HRM and / or CIPD qualification
21. Experience with Workday and TMS systems is preferable.